Vuurberg Reserve Red 2019
- Vuurberg Wines
- Red wine - dry
- South Africa
- Cinsault - blend
- John Platter: 4.5 stars / 91 points
- Tim Atkin 2023: 91 points
- Winemagazine South Africa 2025: 92 points
€28.95*
Available, delivery time: 1-3 days
Information about "Vuurberg Reserve Red 2019"
The Vuurberg Reserve Red enchants the nose with an exciting bouquet of red and black berries, aromatic cloves, rosemary, and hints of cigar box, complemented by a subtle earthy undertone. On the palate, this wine reveals a full-bodied and balanced character, showcasing ripe dark berry flavors supported by vibrant freshness, fine tannins, and a silky texture. The finish is long-lasting, soft, and carries a pleasant dry aftertaste.
Crafted by Donovan Ralls, whose wine production is notably limited, this wine delivers an immensely bold style without overwhelming the senses. The blend of various grape varieties from different regions, expertly matured in oak, imparts complexity and a touch of luxury to both the bouquet and palate. Donovan masterfully creates harmoniously balanced wines even at the fuller end of the spectrum, showcasing multi-regional grapes with a remarkably stylish character in a classic New World style.
| Alcohol % Vol: | 14.5 |
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| Main grape varietal: | Cinsault |
| Wine region: | Western Cape |
| age restriction: | from 16 years |
| bottle closure: | cork |
| bottle size [liter]: | 0,75 |
| country of origin: | South Africa |
| distributor: | Curry Premium Wines oHG, D-86938 Schondorf |
| grape varietals: | Cabernet Sauvignon, Cinsault, Petit Verdot |
| optimal drinking window (under ideal storage conditions): | 2028 |
| ratings: | John Platter 4.5 Sterne, Tim Atkin 91/100, Winemag 92/100 |
| single varietal / blend: | blend |
| vinification and maturation: | Barrique |
| vintage: | 2019 |
| winemaker: | Donovan Rall |
| wine style: | dry |
| wine type: | Red wine |
- John Platter: 4.5 stars / 91 points
- Tim Atkin 2023: 91 points
- Winemagazine South Africa 2025: 92 points
- 2018 vintage - John Platter: 4.5 stars
| Legal drinking age | 16 |
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| Distributor | Curry Premium Wines oHG, D-86938 Schondorf |
| Grape varietals | Cabernet Sauvignon, Cinsault, Petit Verdot |
| Storable up to (at perfect conditions) | 2028 |
| Winemaker | Donovan Rall |
| Alcohol concentration [Vol%]: | 14.5 |
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